Kern Brothers Dam (Harney)
Key Takeaway
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) is classified as low hazard in Oregon. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 51 ft (taller than 84.6% in OR) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 108 acres |
| Drainage Area | 14 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,350 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1980 |
| NID ID | OR00181 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
HAMMOND RANCHES
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Kern Brothers Dam (Harney)?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kern Brothers Dam (Harney)?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) is owned by HAMMOND RANCHES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) built?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) was completed in 1949, making it 77 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Kern Brothers Dam (Harney)?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kern Brothers Dam (Harney)?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) has a dam height of 51 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) last inspected?
Kern Brothers Dam (Harney) was last inspected on November 5, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.